Notcoin’s Explosive $1B Launch on Telegram
Notcoin, a new gaming token on the TON blockchain, launched with a $1 billion valuation and recorded $294 million in trading volume within its first hour. With over 35 million pre-launch users, Notcoin’s ecosystem quickly gained traction through airdrops and staking incentives, highlighting TON’s potential for blockchain-based gaming. (CoinDesk)
Animoca Brands Backs Param Labs’ Gaming Platform with $7M Investment
Animoca Brands led a $7 million round for Param Labs, a crypto gaming platform with a strong community across Discord and X. This partnership aligns with Animoca’s vision of decentralized asset ownership, paving the way for a new digital gaming era. (TheBlock)
Solayer Reaches $20M in Solana Restaking Deposits in Record Time
Solayer’s new restaking protocol on Solana has attracted $20 million in deposits within 45 minutes, showcasing strong community interest. Solayer’s upcoming sSOL token aims to redefine staking, backed by Polychain’s investment. (Blockworks)
DTCC and Chainlink Test Blockchain for Fund Tokenization
DTCC’s Smart NAV pilot, in collaboration with Chainlink, explores blockchain’s potential to streamline fund tokenization and improve data accuracy. With major financial institutions participating, this initiative underlines blockchain's value in data transparency. (Crypto Briefing)
El Salvador’s Bitcoin Strategy Thrives with Geothermal Energy
El Salvador’s geothermal-powered Bitcoin mining has generated nearly 474 BTC, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable crypto infrastructure. This pioneering approach contributes to the country’s growing Bitcoin reserves while showcasing renewable mining solutions. (Be in Crypto)
Blast Unveils New Ethereum Layer-2 Airdrop Date and Increased Allocation
Ethereum’s layer-2 scaling network Blast has announced its updated airdrop date, with incentives split between developers and early users. With popular dApps driving engagement, Blast is poised to attract even more users in the coming months. (Decrypt)
